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Almost 100,000 pets in Ukraine will have received lifesaving aid by end of 2024, thanks to Humane Society International and Ukrainian Red Cross war response
BRUSSELS―Animal protection charity Humane Society International and humanitarian agency the Ukrainian Red Cross will reach their goal of having helped 100,000 dogs, cats and other pets and 40,000 pet guardians in war-torn Ukraine by the end of 2024 since their collaboration first began two years ago
Wings of progress for better welfare
Join us as we celebrate Malaysia's huge step forward in animal welfare at a signing ceremony for Malaysia's first cage-free aviary. Friday, March 22, 2024 Bunga Room, Seri Pacific Kuala Lumpur Register Schedule: 2.30pm-3.00pm: Registration and welcome coffee 3.00pm-3.05pm: Welcome message by Dr
Environmental Crime Directive given more teeth to protect wildlife
BRUSSELS— Today, the European Parliament approved the revised Environment Crime Directive, strengthening the EU's approach to addressing environmental crime. This decision, endorsing the compromise agreement reached between the Council of the European Union and the European Commission in November
‘Huge Victory’ for wildlife celebrated by animal protection, environmental groups as health Canada announces strychnine poisoning ban
OTTAWA, Ontario—Wolf Awareness, WeHowl, Animal Justice, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, Humane Society International/Canada and Animal Alliance of Canada are applauding a decision by Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency to cease the use of the poison strychnine for killing
Third 'super tusker' elephant killed in Tanzania within the past six months
CAPE TOWN, South Africa—It has been reported that another “super tusker” elephant bull, from the Amboseli elephant population, has been shot and killed in the Enduimet Wildlife Management Area in Tanzania. The killing took place during a hunting expedition operated by Kilombero North Safaris and
Viet Nam must end the dog meat trade if Prime Minister’s Directive to tackle rabies is to succeed, warns Humane Society International
HANOI—Viet Nam’s Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has been urged to take decisive action to end the country’s trafficking and slaughter of 6 million dogs and cats for meat every year, if his recent Directive to tackle deadly rabies is to be successful. Rabies is endemic in Viet Nam with government
Victory: US restricts the import of live African elephants and trophies
WASHINGTON—Today, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a final rule governing import permits for live African elephants and elephant hunting trophies. This action effectively bans elephant hunting trophy imports from certain countries that serve as major destinations for trophy hunters—a win
On World Stray Animal Day, helping South Africa’s 4 million homeless dogs and cats protects human health too, says Humane Society International/Africa
CAPE TOWN―This World Stray Animal Day, Humane Society International/Africa is promoting the role that street animal health can play in protecting human health. According to the Mars State of Pet Homelessness Report, over 360 million dogs and cats are homeless across 20 countries studied, 4.05
Alarming animal suffering and zoonotic disease risk exposed on fur farms in northern China
BEIJING—Alarming footage from fur farms in north China shows foxes, raccoon dogs and mink exhibiting repetitive, stereotypical behaviour associated with mental decline and animals kept in intensive conditions including in close proximity to poultry, despite the potential for zoonotic disease spread
Alarming animal suffering and zoonotic disease risk exposed on Chinese fur farms as calls for UK fur import ban intensify
LONDON―Alarming footage from fur farms in north China shows foxes, raccoon dogs and mink exhibiting repetitive, stereotypical behaviour associated with mental decline and animals kept in intensive conditions including in close proximity to poultry, despite the potential for zoonotic disease spread
First farm-to-fork chain commits to animal welfare in central Viet Nam
DA NANG, Viet Nam—Humane Society International applauds An Phu Farm, a farm-to-fork food store chain in central Viet Nam, for its commitment to improve animal welfare. After dialogue with HSI, the company has pledged to phase out the purchase of eggs and pork products from farms that use intensive
World Veterinary Day: new training empowers adoption of humane and innovative procedures for street dogs
INDIA—To celebrate World Veterinary Day, Humane Society International/India launches an innovative street dog spay and neuter training program to equip veterinary professionals, animal welfare organisations and relevant government agencies with essential skills to improve the well-being of dogs
Lion cub rescued from pet trade in Lebanon is relocated to sanctuary in South Africa
CAPE TOWN—A four-month-old lion cub named Pi, who was rescued from an illegal pet owner in Lebanon, has been safely relocated to his new forever home at a true sanctuary in South Africa. Distressing social media videos surfaced in March 2024 showing the cub being exploited for selfies and petting in
Costa Rican authorities strengthen skills to combat illegal wildlife trade
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica—This year, Humane Society International/Latin America has conducted three comprehensive trainings for Costa Rican authorities on how to properly handle wildlife either seized or rescued in police and judicial operations. According to the Judicial Police’s Specialized Section
Wild birds and mammals return to the Mayan Biosphere Reserve after being rescued from illegal trafficking
PETEN, Guatemala—Multiple mammals and birds have been released back into the Guatemalan rainforest after being rescued and rehabilitated from incidents of illegal trafficking and cruelty. Asociacion Rescate y Conservacion de Vida Silvestre, with the support of Humane Society International/Latin
Japan’s new mega whaling ship launches killing season amid alarm at adding vulnerable fin whales to kill list
TOKYO―Japan’s new whaling factory ship, the Kangei Maru, has left port to start the new whale killing season in the north Pacific. The 9,300-ton vessel is capable of hauling and storing slaughtered massive fin whales, a species Japan has proposed to add to its kill list alongside Bryde’s, sei and
Politicians clash on commitments to crackdown on cruelty to animals at landmark hustings
LONDON—The four largest political parties in Westminster set out their animal welfare positions and commitments so far at a landmark first-of-its-kind “Animals Matter” hustings in Westminster yesterday evening as politicians and the public await the next general election. The Labour Party has
Keeping animals safe in hot weather
High temperatures can be unpleasant or even dangerous for animals of all kinds. With that in mind, here are a few ways you can help animals – from feathered to furry – when temperatures increase. Heatwave tips for cats and dogs Our cat and dog companions can find it more difficult to regulate their
No justification for farrowing crates
[inline-slider align="alignleft"][/inline-slider] “We just can’t justify putting sows in farrowing crates any more.” – a British farm manager shares insights into the impact of confinement for sows, and perspective on how the sector must change HSI/UK made contact with a British pig farm, which
New Government urged to table animal welfare bill in upcoming Parliament Monsoon session
DELHI, India —With the newly formed Government assuming office this month, Humane Society International/India and People for Animals urge the Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a letter to expedite passage of the long-awaited Prevention of Cruelty to Animal (Amendment) Bill 2022 in the